Network Security Engineer Jobs in California

A Network Security Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining computer and information security systems. They play an essential role in ensuring the safety and integrity of a company's data, detecting and mitigating network threats, and implementing security protocols. These professionals also conduct system checks for security vulnerabilities, develop security standards, and recommend security enhancements. They also respond to any network security incidents and provide a thorough post-event analysis.

Network Security Engineers should possess strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills. They should be well-versed in various networking languages, firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and other security technologies. Important certifications include Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), and Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security. Before becoming a Network Security Engineer, an individual may work as a Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, or a Junior Network Engineer.

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Product Security Engineer - FedRAMP (InfoSec)

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • moments ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • moments ago

Improve security reporting, including coordinating vulnerability management, penetration testing, and infrastructure compliance Qualifications Your Experience 1+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity...

Senior Network Security Engineer

  • CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • CA
  • 2 hours ago

Description SAIC is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to support the Revolutionary Information Technology Services (RITS) program in support of the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE...

Remote Work

Security Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Biotechnology is rewriting life as we know it, from the medicines we take, to the crops we grow, the materials we wear, and the household goods that we rely on every day. But moving at the new...

Associate Cybersecurity Engineer - Network Security & AI

  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This position is for an Associate Cybersecurity Engineer in the Network Security Monitoring team....

Info Security Engineer I / IS - Information Security / Full-time / Days

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

security principles for risk identification and analysis. • Knowledge of business process standards and policies (ITIL, LEAN, Six Sigma)....

Remote Work

Ts/Sci Cyber Security Engineer

  • Hermosa Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hermosa Beach, CA
  • 1 day ago

They will monitor and maintain the Vulnerability Management System, review security control implementation within the Test and Evaluation Management Plan, and conduct and document Security Test and...

Senior Cloud Security Engineer

  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 1 day ago

This role requires a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise in cloud security architecture, network security principles, and cloud-native vulnerability management....

NO SPONSORSHIP EXPERTY CYBER DEFENSE ENGINEER SALARY:$200k - $250k plus 20% bonus LOCATION: REMOTE EXCEPT AK, ND, NE, HI, OK, VT, ME, WY, NH, PUERTO RICO, WASHINGTON DC Looking for a candidate...

Sr. Product Security Engineer

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 1 day ago

Engage with Product, Infrastructure and Engineering teams to build threat models, design secure systems, perform security penetration tests and secure code reviews at a recurring cadence....

Network & Security Engineer

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Network & Security Architecture: Design and implement comprehensive network and security architectures and tools (SIEM, EDR, IDPS, etc.)....

Palo Alto Firewall Engineer

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview: We are seeking a Firewall Engineer with a strong background in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and networking technologies to join our team in the San Diego metropolitan area....

Senior Network Security Engineer - USDS

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

tests, and security audits to identify and address potential risks. \- Security Policies & Procedures: Develop and enforce security best practices, protocols, and policies for network security operations...

Sr Network Security Engineer (REMOTE)

  • CA
  • 2 days ago
  • CA
  • 2 days ago

Security Architecture Design: + Vulnerability Management + Lifecycle Management + Network Patch Management + Encryption Technologies: PKI, AES, RSA + Network Security Capability: NGFW, IDS/IPS, ATP...

Remote Work

Senior Security Engineer - Security Event Analysis Team (SEAT)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

(IAM, CI/CD Pipelines, Network Security, DLP) + Deep understanding of Security Information, and Event Management (SIEM) solutions such as Splunk, LogScale. + Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities...

Cybersecurity Engineer

  • Camp Pendleton, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Camp Pendleton, CA
  • 2 days ago

Cybersecurity Engineer On-siteSpace Systems & CyberFull time Camp Pendleton South, California, United States Description Auria is looking to hire a Cybersecurity Engineer in the Camp Pendleton, CA...

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Salary for Network Security Engineer Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Network Security Engineers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
45.2%
Master's Degree
31.4%
Associate's Degree
10.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
High School or GED
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.1%



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